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What are the Treatment Options for Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder affects more than two million men and women in the U.S. every year. It impacts their mood and can cause extreme highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). There are several treatment options for bipolar disorder through an accredited treatment center in Portland. A bipolar disorder treatment program involves a combination of behavioral…

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What Part of the Brain Does Schizophrenia Affect?

Schizophrenia is a profound and complex brain condition that affects how people relate to the world around them. Symptoms of schizophrenia include delusions, disorganized speech, hallucinations, trouble thinking, and extreme lack of motivation. This mental health condition affects the structure and functioning of a few essential systems in the brain. These include the prefrontal and…

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Mental Health Disorders and Addiction

Mental health concerns are common among people suffering from drug abuse and addiction. The tie between mental illness and addiction is so strong that substance abuse can actually lead to mental health conditions. In fact, the reverse is also true. Mental illness can lead to substance abuse, as individuals unknowingly self-medicate through drugs or alcohol.…

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Acute Stress Disorder vs. PTSD

One topic we get a lot of questions about at Crestview Recovery is PTSD. One reason is that if you’re looking for a PTSD treatment center, Portland Oregon has few options, and Crestview is one of them. One specific question many people have is about acute stress disorder vs. PTSD. These two disorders are connected, but…

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Equine Therapy and the Benefits To Addiction Recovery

Come to an excellent holistic rehab in Portland, OR where you can dedicate your time to getting well and putting your addiction behind you. When you’re here, you can experience something remarkable in addiction treatment: equine therapy. Need to know more about addiction therapy programs? Call us today at 866.262.0531. What Is Equine Therapy? Equine…

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What Will I Learn in DBT?

Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, is a form of psychotherapy where therapists guide patients through processing troubling thoughts and feelings that are causing self-harming behavior or suicidal thoughts. Patients participate in group and private therapy, where therapists use the latest DBT techniques to create a positive self-image. Then, they help patients develop healthy coping skills…